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LOT 1066
Very Large West Central Asian Bronze Stamp Seal Matrix with Stepped Cross
CIRCA 2300-2000 B.C.
2 3/8 in. (79 grams, 60 mm).
Square in plan with chevron handle, openwork stepped saltire design.
Provenance
Ex collection of a late London gentleman, 1990s.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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LOT 1066
Very Large West Central Asian Bronze Stamp Seal Matrix with Stepped Cross
Estimate £180 - 240€210 - 280 (for guidance only)$240 - 320 (for guidance only)
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